ROLE OF RETINOL AND TOCOPHEROL IN COMBATING SMOG CAUSED ILLNESS AMONG YOUNG WOMAN

Abstract

Retinol and Tocopherol are commonly known as fat soluble Vitamin A and D. This research was undertaken
with the objective to study Vitamin A and D’s effect in combating smog caused illness among females. This
case report highlights diseases caused among young woman of Lahore due to smog. Hypothesis formulated
for this study was accepted after testing that intake of daily-recommended amount of Vitamin A and D by
females helps them in fighting diseases caused by smog. An intervention based on Food and Nutrition
Board’s Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) was planned. After the analysis of data by SPSS and
excel, it was indicated that women could fight smog caused diseases better by including Vitamin A and D
in their daily diet. It was also found that a strong positive correlation existed between good health condition
among females and intake of Vitamin A and D.